On the very same day of the grand ceremony, three planetary kingdoms —without pressure, without coercion— stepped forward and voluntarily merged into the Grave Empire. Their decision sent ripples across the sector, for rarely did entire realms bow so willingly.
And within the span of just a single year of negotiations, two minor planetary empires followed as well: one ruling over three worlds, the other controlling five.
This alone stood as undeniable proof of the dreadful reputation of the Black Wasps. With nothing more than a single celebration, Aro had managed to bring eleven planets under his banner— Almost half of his holdings at that time!! It was a feat no one had expected, yet it carved his name deeper into the hearts of allies and enemies alike.
